Development Coordinator (WA #1819-63)

Job Type

Full Time

Published

11/01/2018

Address

SeattleWashingtonUnited States

Description

The American Lung Association has a great opportunity for a Development Coordinator to join our incredible team in the Mountain Pacific Region. Working as a member of the Development Team, you will join an outstanding group of professionals dedicated to our mission: to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease, through research, education and advocacy.

In this role, you will work together with the Special Events team to coordinate annual fundraising events with all aspects related to the execution of these events, as well as additional development projects. Responsibilities include achievement of revenue goals through volunteer recruitment, participant coaching, team and relationship building, marketing, and logistics.

Responsibilities

Together with the Executive Director and/or the Development Manager, implement the area development plan through special events and other revenue sources.

Recruit, coordinate and coach community event team captains and volunteers. Cultivate relationships and effectively engage volunteers. Work with the Development team to increase event participation and revenue. Serve as liaison for customer service and troubleshooting for signature events and internal kickoffs.

Serve as location lead for the development of event websites and content updates, utilizing ALA best practices, software and guidelines.

Coordinate the implementation of e-communications, mailings and donor acknowledgements.

Work with the Marketing and Communications department to create and disseminate special events promotional materials.

Oversee the utilization of ALA databases and e-commerce platforms, Convio & ROI, serves as special events lead on ROI.

Complete special projects as assigned by the Development Manager or Executive Director.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in marketing or related field preferred.

One or two years of fundraising experience preferred with proven experience recruiting and coordinating volunteers.

Superb organizational and time management skills with an excellent attention to detail and independent follow through in a fast-paced environment.